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jlc.thomsen
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The Speedmaster legend 105.002 with alpha hands.

Was super happy to find this fantastic example of the transitional 105.002
Not many are aware of this reference which production lasted less than a year, some say 6 months.
Identical to the 2998-62 although some 105.002 were also fitted with baton hands like the later 105.003. But to find one with alpha hands and in this pristine condition and an original bracelet with almost zero stress. The engraving on the back is still super clear too.












That silver rehaut around the dial, like on the 2998 just give it so much depth.


The story on how I got it is just as spectacular. I was picking up a Minerva at my Vintage watchmaker’s workshop, chatting and showing him some incoming vintages I was working on.
He told me about this Speedmaster that he had kept for a friend in his vault, in case anyone would be interested.
His friend had bought it more than 20 years ago on a flee market for 600 euros. He just thought it was a fun watch to have, but was not really interested in watches and never really wore it. At one point he had asked my watchmaker if it was worth selling. When he heard the price he immediately asked him to take it in commission and sell it. He didn’t promote it too much and waited for an enthusiast to show up.
That turned up to me! I bought it on the spot and put down a deposit in February. Now it’s here and it’s real.
I just love it!